Waking Up Happy

Rowan woke up a happy boy after a nap on auntie Heidi. You can tell how he was sleeping by his red cheek and ear (and the drool marks on Heidi's shirt!).

New Tricks

Here's Rowan doing his favorite activities: holding his hands together and rolling up on his side from his back.

No Biggie

Yeah, I can chill out with my head up. So what?

Future Gopher?

Rowan was decked out in maroon and gold thanks to great auntie Tammy (cousin Erin is a sophomore at the U).

Wearing Daddy's Hat

He's got a loooong way to go before it actually fits!

Flying

Here's Rowan on his way up above Grandpa's head. He loves to fly (my sore arm muscles prove it!).

Thirteen Weeks

We've hit week thirteen and Rowan is loads of fun. He and I have full conversations of Oooooohs, Aaaaaaahs, Eeeeeehs, Gooooos and -- my favorite -- Oooaaaagooooeeehs. He thinks it's hilarious to talk with his mama this way.

Lately, the only way I can calm him down for a nap is dancing with him to a classical piano CD my mom gave me for Christmas. He loves it and it settles him right down (and gives me a workout!). His new favorite activity is being lifted above our heads (see next post). He squeels and even laughs, but it's sooooo tiring (even though he's a little peanut!).

Twelve Weeks

Rowan can laugh! And he makes so many more noises now. He had some kind of leap in his socializing during the holidays. He's just sooooo fun now! But even with the fun it's nice to have a break, so wish us luck getting him to take a bottle!!!

Second Doctor's Visit

Rowan had his second checkup today! He weighed in at 12 pounds, 1.5 ounces. His length measured 24.5 inches and his head measured 16 inches. It's hard to believe how fast he's grown (makes me teary!). But he's becoming such a fun little person. He rolls over and laughs and squeels (though absolutely never when the video camera is running!).

The doctor said he looks great (she asked if we were sure he wasn't four months old based on all of the things she could see him doing!).

Second -- semi-successful -- bottle

Now I understand why you don't wait weeks and weeks after giving a successful bottle to give another one. Yesterday, we gave Rowan his second bottle only to encounter a scream-fest (after only an ounce or so, he feel into a deep sleep). He was a little stressed.

Today, we bought a different style bottle and it seemed to be a bit more successful. He still didn't seem to take a full feeding (as if I know how many ounces that is anyway, since he hasn't had a bottle in so long) but he seemed fairly content. We plan to keep trying once a day for awhile until we're sure it's going OK.

New Outfit!

Rowan was stylin' today in a new outfit from Ben, Molly and Sam.

You can tell by the look on his face that he knows he's cute!

Eleven Weeks

Rowan poses at eleven weeks in auntie Heidi's arms. So sweet!

Rowan’s Paternal Grandparent’s Christmas

Snuggling with Grandma Connie in his cute little overalls.

In an outfit sent by Connie's cousin.

Rowan’s Maternal Great Grandparent’s Christmas

The two youngest great grandchildren (Danielle and Rowan) snuggle on the couch.

With all of the overeating going on around him, Rowan catches a taste of Grandpa's shirt.

Rowan’s Maternal Great Grandparent’s Christmas

Great Grandma got a cute picture of little Rowan for Christmas (as did all of his other grandparents and great grandparents).

Santa visited Great Grandma's after dinner. Rowan slept like an angel through the whole thing!

First Family Christmas

We enjoyed our first Christmas with Rowan. Here we are on Christmas day at Kyle's mom and dad's house. Rowan was decked out like a little lumber Jack thanks to Auntie Heidi!

Ten Weeks

Rowan turned ten weeks on Wednesday, Dec. 21 (yes, it's been a long time since I've had an update). He's growing like crazy, but he seems to be getter longer and not much fatter. That makes it difficult for us to find pants that fit him well (he's just not going to be a butterball baby:). In this picture, he's just had a bath so his hair is all fuzzy and standing on end.

Sink Time!

We had been giving Rowan baths in the big tub with just a little water (we figured we'd get out of buying the bulky infant tub). But Rowan hated those baths. Then we put him in the bathroom sink and he loved it!! So, we'll have to get a little tub (he's already a little too big for the sink) to use until he can sit up.

Nine Weeks

Rowan hit the two-month mark on Monday, December 12 (nine weeks on Wednesday, December 14). We brought him into Heidi's work to weigh and measure him (his next doctor appointment isn't until January 4). He now weighs 10 pounds, 12.7 ounces. He's 23.5 inches long, and his head measures 15.5 inches (the same size Kyle's head was when he was born -- ouch!). He's discovering his hands, rolling over and having howling matches with mommy. We love every minute!

Eight Weeks

Rowan turned eight weeks old on November 7! He rolled over (from tummy to back) for the first time on Monday, November 5. He lifted his head so high that toppled and flipped right over. He looked quite surprised to suddenly be on his back!

He's also started to show more interest in the toys hanging from his bouncy chair and play gym. He smiles and coos at them and bats them with his hands. How it is to see the world through his eyes -- everything so new and exciting!